michael hsu

It's pretty much impossible to work with a clear mind if you've got a desk covered in papers, cords, and crap you don't need. Kill the clutter with gear that'll double your productivity and triple your office cachet read more

It's hard to say if our ninth annual list of the year's greatest designs, gadgets, and toys is our best yet—actually, yes, we can say that. It was one hell of a year for gear. So don't just lie there staring at your record collection. Rewrite your wish list now read more

This new rolling carry-on from the Dror for Tumi line was designed to solve one of your most vexing travel problems: being able to pack light enough on an outbound flight to avoid checking... read more

This new rolling carry-on from the Dror for Tumi line was designed to solve one of your most vexing travel problems: being able to pack light enough on an outbound flight to avoid checking... read more

Don't invest in an overcompensating, ear-melting surround-sound system or rely solely on a dinky (and tinny) iPod dock. The middle ground—two good speakers and a smart receiver—is your path to home-audio nirvana read more

The harsh glow of the compact-fluorescent lightbulb—the darling of environmentalists, bane of aesthetes—would be so much more palatable if there were an easy way to dim them. But try connecting a CFL to a... read more

There's a reason you see Chilewich woven place mats in stylish bistros, gastropubs, and bars across the country: they're cheap, low-maintenance, and they add a dose of understated class to any table. I've sung... read more

Few objects feel more satisfying in the hand than a worn, beat-up passport. But a discreet cover for your travel credentials comes in handy in spots where broadcasting your citizenship isn't ideal—or when you... read more